The Amazons

The myth of a female-only tribe that lived in isolation and fought valiantly in war is showcased in this collection of anecdotes, stories, paintings, drawing, sculptures, and other renderings of warrior women. Folklore drawn from Greek, ancient Egyptian, African, and Asian sources depicts the Amazons, providing a distinctive cross-cultural perspective on gender conceptions. Historical evidence and centuries-old stories offer accounts of daring women who fought against armies of men and emerged victorious.